Local organizer Linda Modica said the Jonesborough rally will be a bit different than the others, with a heavy focus on the effects of depleted uranium weapons on the environment, civilians and the soldiers who use them.

Former soldiers are scheduled to speak at Saturday’s event.

Herbert Reed is a retired Army sergeant and intelligence officer from Columbia, S.C. Modica said he has documented the effects of depleted uranium on himself and will speak about its effect on soldiers. (Read More)